Best 5 Back To School Sloppy Joes Recipes

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As schools reopen, parents are looking for quick and easy meals that their kids will love. Sloppy joes are a classic American comfort food that is perfect for a back-to-school lunch or dinner. They are easy to make, affordable, and can be customized to your family's taste. With a variety of recipes available, you can find the perfect sloppy joe recipe to start the school year off right.

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CAFETERIA SLOPPY JOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Brown 1 pound ground beef in a large skillet with olive oil. Add 1 chopped onion, 3 chopped garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons each ground cumin and smoked paprika and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; cook 1 minute. Stir in 1 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon brown sugar and 1/2 cup water and simmer until thick, about 15 minutes. Serve on slider rolls with potato chips.

BACK TO SCHOOL SLOPPY JOES



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My daughter can't stand canned Sloppy Joes because of the onions and bell peppers in it so I came up with this plain version. Even my husband likes it.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb ground beef
1 (8 ounce) can tomato soup
2 teaspoons ketchup
1 teaspoon mustard
6 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef in skillet until browned.
  • Pour off fat.
  • Add tomato soup, ketchup and mustard and heat through.
  • Serve on hamburger buns.

"BETTER THAN A CAN" HOMEMADE SLOPPY JOES



I've had this recipe for many years and I used to make it on a regular basis when I was a newly-wed and made it often for the kids when they were itty bitty. It is a great recipe and one well worth making from scratch. Due to a crazy work and life schedule, I weened off of making it but I'm placing it back on my repertoire. I originally got this recipe from an old foodnetwork show called "Chef DuJour" where a different chef was featured daily. This particular day, Lauren Groveman was the chef who presented this recipe.

Provided by ForeverMama

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup minced yellow onion, packed
1/2 cup minced green bell pepper, packed and seeds removed
1/4 cup minced red bell pepper, seeded removed
2 tablespoons minced celery
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups canned tomato puree
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped button mushroom (or portobello mushrooms)
1 1/2 cups chopped plum tomatoes (or canned plum tomatoes. if using fresh, use ripe, peeled and seeded)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon beef bouillon (Better Than Bouillonn brand. I use Knorr, crumbled)
fresh ground black pepper
8 -10 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • To start the sauce: Heat a 2 1/2-quart nonreactive saucepan over medium heat and, when hot, add the oil.
  • When the oil is hot, stir in the onion, green and red pepper, celery and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened and fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato puree, tomato paste, ketchup, vinegar, molasses and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to very low and simmer with the cover ajar for 1 hour.
  • To sauté the mushrooms: Heat an 8 - 10 inch skillet over high heat and, when hot, add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the chopped mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, until the mushrooms are golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • To finish the sauce: After the sauce has simmered 1 hour, add the sautéed mushrooms, chopped plum tomatoes, oregano, "Better Than Bouillon" seasoning and some freshly ground black pepper. Return to a simmer and cook with the cover ajar for 30 minutes more. (Refer to Note below).
  • To brown ground meat: Heat a 10-inch non-reactive deep-sided skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the ground meat and break it up with a wooden spatula. Cook the meat until separated and no longer pink, about 4 minutes. Then remove from the stove and drain out any excess fat from skillet. Return skillet to the stove, over low heat. Stir in the sauce and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, uncovered. Cook gently until the flavors mingle and the mixture is piping hot throughout, about 10 minutes. Add some more freshly ground black pepper and serve immediately.
  • To assemble Sloppy Joes and serve: While the sauce is simmering, open the hamburger buns and spread both opened sides lightly with butter. Lay the buns, buttered sides up, on a shallow baking sheet. Broil the buns until the buttered sides are nicely toasted. Spoon the ground beef mixture lavishly over buns and serve hot.
  • NOTE: If serving for 8 [could serve 10 for skimpier sandwiches], you will need 2 cups of sauce and 2 lbs of ground beef. If serving 4, you will need 1 cup of sauce and 1 lb. of ground beef. The remaining sauce can be frozen for later use and ease. Freeze cooled sauce in tightly sealed containers.

BACK TO SCHOOL SLOPPY JOES



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This family-friendly dish features ground beef mixed with three on-hand ingredients to create a delicious Sloppy Joe filling to be served on rolls.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound ground beef
1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's® Condensed Tomato Soup
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
6 roll (blank)s Pepperidge Farm® Farmhouse Premium White Rolls with Sesame Seeds

Steps:

  • Cook the beef in a 10-inch skillet until it's well browned, stirring often to separate the meat. Pour off any fat.
  • Stir the soup, ketchup and mustard in the skillet and cook until the mixture is hot and bubbling. Serve on the rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 47.3 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 390.1 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

BACK TO SCHOOL SLOPPY JOES



Back to School Sloppy Joes image

This family-friendly dish features ground beef mixed with three on-hand ingredients to create a delicious Sloppy Joe filling to be served on rolls.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound ground beef
1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's® Condensed Tomato Soup
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
6 roll (blank)s Pepperidge Farm® Farmhouse Premium White Rolls with Sesame Seeds

Steps:

  • Cook the beef in a 10-inch skillet until it's well browned, stirring often to separate the meat. Pour off any fat.
  • Stir the soup, ketchup and mustard in the skillet and cook until the mixture is hot and bubbling. Serve on the rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 47.3 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 390.1 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Ground Beef: Opt for lean ground beef (80/20 or 90/10) to ensure a healthier Sloppy Joe.
  • Onion and Garlic: Sautéing the onion and garlic in butter adds a rich flavor base for the sauce.
  • Season to Taste: Adjust the seasonings (brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, and paprika) according to your preference.
  • Cook Low and Slow: Simmer the sauce on low heat to allow the flavors to develop fully.
  • Toast the Buns: Toasting the buns adds a delightful crunch and enhances the overall texture of the Sloppy Joes.
  • Add Your Favorite Toppings: Get creative with toppings like shredded cheese, coleslaw, pickles, or sliced jalapeños.

Conclusion:

These classic and easy Sloppy Joes are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for back-to-school lunches or casual family dinners. With simple ingredients and a straightforward cooking process, this recipe delivers a burst of flavors that will satisfy everyone. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and indulge in the comfort and nostalgia of this timeless dish. Remember to personalize it with your favorite toppings and enjoy the delicious Sloppy Joes that bring back fond memories of school days and family gatherings.

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